Category: Systems Engineering

Architectural Views Using N2 Diagrams (Part 1)

Architecting Architecture is an interesting aspect of system design. As systems thinkers, we know that the behavior of the system is the result of the interactions of the components of the system with each other and the interactions of the system with its environment. These interactions are defined by the …

Exits the sequel, Now with Loops!

In my last post I discussed Exit Conditions, Exits and their impact on capturing the decisions your system is making. I made a good start on this topic, but to properly cover the topic I need to cover a little more theory on multiple exits, discuss loops, loop exits, and …

Two Sides of a Coin: Function v Operation A Short Story: Part I

The following tale is a fictional account of representative events. Any resemblance to actual events, persons or organizations is completely unintended. Technical details presented in the storyline are available academically and publicly. No government or proprietary information is disclosed. Lieutenant commander Luke Maxwell Ryan, USN, Retired was in a jolly …